Education/Justice Internship Opportunities

CUNY Spring Forward

Apply to Spring Forward and join 800 other undergrads who are interning this upcoming spring. Internship opportunities are available in four industry hubs (Healthcare, Marketing and Communications, Community service, non-profit or social services, and STEM) so that you can learn more about the career potential of your major!!
Pay Rate: $20/hr.

EXTENDED DEADLINE: October 9th, 2024

Center for Law and Social Justice Internship

The Center for Law and Social Justice at Medgar Evers College (CLSJ) internship offers a unique chance for students to engage in meaningful work related to voting rights, social justice, and civic engagement. The is seeking motivated and passionate Voting Rights Interns to join the team. Interns will assist in various aspects of our voting rights initiatives, including community outreach, and event coordination. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in political science, public policy, law, sociology, or related fields to gain hands-on experience in advocacy and civic engagement.
Pay Rate: $15/hr.

DEADLINE: October 11th, 2024

Smithsonian National Museum of African History and Culture Internship

Interns will have opportunities to work closely with museum professionals and scholars through a dynamic learning environment with access to supportive mentors. Virtual, hybrid and onsite opportunities are available. The museum offers internships in the following areas: Fundraising, Donor Relations, Annual Giving, Curatorial, Collections, Archives, Digitization, Education, Publications. Searchable Museum, Oral History, Marketing and Communications, Public Programs, Special Events, Visitor Services. Finance, Facilities Planning & Business Programs, Human Resources, Information Technology. Project Management, Exhibition Design, Design & Production.
Pay Rate: $450-$850 Stipend

DEADLINE: October 15, 2024

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) National Internship Program (Spring)

Gain valuable work experience through paid internships at federal agencies nationwide such as NASA, USDA, and the Library of Congress. HACU matches a student’s career interests, educational background, and previous work or volunteer experience with the needs and demands of our federal and corporate partners. Students receive paid round-trip airfare, housing arrangement assistance, emergency medical insurance, biweekly stipend, and attend an intern orientation. Throughout the internship, students also have the opportunity to participate in professional development, networking, and cultural activities.
Pay Rate: $470/wk.
Academic Credit Available

DEADLINE: October 18, 2024

Brooklyn Museum Spring Internship

As a Brooklyn Museum intern, you’ll join a dynamic group of emerging arts professionals to re-envision the future of museums while gaining workplace skills through hands-on, real-world projects. Selected interns will be paired with a supervisor and integrated into one of the museum’s departments, participating fully in day-to-day workplace activities and projects with the guidance of full-time staff members. In addition to gaining extensive work experience, interns will also attend seminars that focus on the role of museums in society today and include intimate conversations with Museum staff. Seminars include intimate conversations with Brooklyn Museum curators, conservators, educators, and collection and exhibition specialists, as well as invited artists and outside experts. Interns also visit local museums and other cultural institutions.
Pay Rate: $17/hr.

DEADLINE: November 3, 2024

Manhattan District Attorney General Spring Internship

The internship enables college students to gain first-hand exposure to the criminal justice system and local law enforcement in the borough of Manhattan. Students work closely with Assistant District Attorneys and other staff who are investigating and prosecuting criminal cases, providing support to crime victims, assisting with investigations, and analyzing pending legislation, among other tasks. Internship assignments will be based on the student’s interests, skills, and the needs of the office.
Academic Credit.

DEADLINE: November 15, 2024

FOX Spring Internship Program

This Program offers an exciting opportunity for students to gain practical experience while interning for one of the world's biggest sports, media, and entertainment companies. Interns can participate in real-world projects which provides valuable work experience and leadership skills. Placement areas include digital, audience development, newsgathering, programming, and weather presentation.
Pay Rate: $17/hr.

DEADLINE: November 24, 2024

LifeSci NYC

Led by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and its Life Sciences and Healthcare team, the City’s investment in life sciences will create, produce, and deliver dozens of new cures and treatments, generating thousands of new jobs for New Yorkers—making our city healthier and fairer. The program seeks to provide experience and training for students and recent graduates interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences industry, providing opportunities to work in a wide range of companies, from early-stage startups to large pharmaceutical and biotech firms.
Pay Rate: $16/hr.

Deadline: December 31, 2024

Office of U.S. Senator Charles Schumer

Your interest in Senator Schumer’s internship program is a positive indication that you are an informed member of your community with a willingness to learn and contribute significantly to the Legislative branch of our government. This internship presents an opportunity for both a unique learning experience and an inside look at the political process. Applicants must be hard-working, have strong writing and communication skills and have a demonstrated interest in public policy. While applicants from all backgrounds will be considered, students from New York are strongly encouraged to apply. Interns in the state offices assist staff with constituent service work, our scheduling team or are press team. Paid internships are available to interns who have been accepted into the internship program and are able to certify financial need and meet eligibility criteria.
Pay Rate: $1,000 – $1,500 Stipend

Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis

The Borgen Project Internship

The Borgen Project have several internship and volunteer openings that may be of interest to you, these range from HR, PR/Marketing to writing and journalism. All internship and volunteer programs provide experience in advocacy, mobilizing and fundraising, coupled with real industry exposure and an insight into the nonprofit world. Borgen Project remote internships are work from home roles, weekly deadlines must be met, meetings will be held online and a weekly update of your progress submitted.
Academic Credit.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS

Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program

The Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program is a team of dedicated professionals focused on providing individuals with meaningful college experience, relationships and life. Currently, we are establishing a team of devoted college student mentors to provide support to students with intellectual disabilities. College Mentors will provide academic, internship, community and social supports to students enrolled in Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program.

Mentors are thoroughly trained and supervised by our program coordinator and are involved in a variety of activities with our students.

PART-TIME | FLEXIBLE | $15/hour POSITION

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS

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Your resume MUST be approved by a Career Advisor to apply to these opportunities.